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Can alcohol-based mouthwashes cause gum irritation or soreness? if so, what's the best way to relieve the soreness aside from discontinuing the mouthwash?
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Dentist: Start with your dentist first for an exam as I suspect there might be some inflammation/ irritation at baseline that gets worse with the use of mouthwash. Once gum conditions are ruled out, a variety of options, including non alcohol based mouth rinses, can be tried.
Answered 11/26/2019
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